Academic Fieldwork Coordinator for Occupational Therapy Assistan
About The Position
Huntington University invites applications for the position of Academic Fieldwork Coordinator for Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. This faculty role is responsible for the development, coordination, and evaluation of fieldwork education to ensure students receive high-quality, compliant experiences that support program outcomes and meet accreditation standards established by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (2023). Faculty align fieldwork coordination with the university mission, curricular philosophy, and professional standards while contributing to student learning and ongoing program assessment.
Requirements
- Must have a strong personal Christian commitment and faith in Jesus Christ and a desire to serve others
- Must be committed to the mission of Huntington University as a comprehensive Christian College dedicated to educating men and women to impact our world for Christ
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with a minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (degree may be in a different field)
- Current NBCOT certification and Indiana licensure required
- Must not hold a master’s or doctoral degree in occupational therapy
- Evidence of clinical practice and engagement with professional healthcare organizations
- Demonstrated organizational skills, including diligence in managing agreements and documentation
- Ability to work effectively with a broad range of clinical partners and organizations
- Strong interpersonal, written communication, and collaboration skills
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated understanding of Christian higher education
- Commitment to continuous process improvement
- A master’s or doctoral degree in a field other than occupational therapy from an accredited institution is preferred
- Experience in teaching, supervision, or student mentoring
Responsibilities
- Oversees Level I and Level II fieldwork placements
- Builds and maintains clinical partnerships, and coordinates student placement processes, including site matching and scheduling
- Monitors student progress
- Maintains fieldwork documentation, agreements, and conducts site visits as needed
- Supports accreditation reporting and continuous improvement
- Responsible for the program’s compliance with fieldwork education requirements
- Includes a limited but regular teaching assignment within the OTA program
- One clinic day per week is granted to maintain skills needed for patient/client care, professional development, and continued proficiency in occupational therapy practice
- Participate in University committees and other regular faculty activities as expected or required
- Perform all duties and requirements as stated in the Faculty Handbook as a faculty member
- Perform other duties as assigned by the OTA Program Director
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
